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CALDY VILLAGE CONSERVATION AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN

PART 2 – CONSERVATION AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN Prepared for Wirral Council by Donald Insall Associates Ltd 2007 – Wirral Council 2009

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CALDY VILLAGE – CONSERVATION AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN

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CONTENTS PART 2 – CONSERVATION AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN 1.0 ROLE OF MANAGEMENT PLAN AND IMPLEMENTATION 2.0 SUMMARY OF SPECIAL CHARACTER 3.0 ISSUES, POLICIES AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS 3.1 Unitary Development Plan and Other Existing Planning Policy 3.2 New Development and Alteration to Existing Buildings and Sites 3.3 General Guidance and Improvements 4.0 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR BOUNDARY AMENDMENTS AND PROVISION OF

ARTICLE 4 DIRECTIONS



PART 2 – CONSERVATION AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN 1.0 ROLE OF THE MANAGEMENT PLAN AND IMPLEMENTATION

1.1 The Management Plan at this stage of the process is an agenda for future action and consideration. This part of the document relies on the analysis contained within the appraisal to set out the issues and negative factors affecting the both the private and public realms. It is a first professional assessment made by Wirral Council Conservation Section as to the issues which need to be addressed and makes suggestions for policy, guidance and investment. This agenda needs to be considered against budgetary and staff capacity in future years. As such it is the first stage in a management plan process which will refine the plan through further consultation, joint officer working and budgetary request.

1.2 It is recommended that the Appraisal as an audit of the Conservation Area is adopted by Wirral Council and used as a material consideration in determining any planning applications within, or visually affecting, the conservation area. The Management Plan should be accepted for the time being pending further consultation with the local Conservation Area Advisory Committee and further review. In accordance with the English Heritage guidance, the Appraisal and Management Plan should be reviewed every 5 years. This review process may be tied into that of the key Local Development Framework documents to ensure consistency in approach and referencing.



2.0 SUMMARY OF SPECIAL CHARACTER 2.1 Caldy Conservation Area has two distinctive character zones –

the historic village and the C20 planned development The historic village is characterised by the following:

• Winding roads with sandstone walls • properties enclosed by high walls with private yards or gardens • well maintained public or semi-public spaces with shrubs and herbaceous

plants • few mature trees • Relatively high density • Low building heights • ‘single material’ houses • use of natural stone, pale brown brick or ‘black and white’ • many houses have eaves dormers, mullioned windows and kneelers on

gables The C20 planned development is characterised by the following:

• A mixture of winding and long straight roads overhung with mature trees • Proliferation of mature trees, in some areas the character of woodland • Vertical boarded timber front fences • Plain clay tiled roofs (and less often slate) at steep pitch with dormers,

gables and prominent chimneys enlivening the roofscape • Low density (originally 1 dwelling / acre) • Full 2 - storey height including some houses with attics • Many houses have differing materials at each storey level (usually

rendered first floor over brickwork ground floor) • In many cases there are ‘catslide’ roofs (i.e. from main ridge across an

extension to ground floor door-head height) • ‘Additive’ and irregular plan forms (i.e. complex plans with extensions

for bays, porches, outbuildings, garages, rather than simple rectangles and symmetrical layouts)



3.0 ISSUES, POLICIES AND RECOMMENDED ACTIONS 3.1 Unitary Development Plan and Other Existing Planning Policy 3.1.1 With the exception of a small area around East Farm, the majority of Caldy

Village lies outside the Green Belt. However within the Green Belt there are considerable restrictions on acceptable uses, new development, re-use of buildings, extensions to existing dwellings or their replacement either within the village, its setting or open land beyond.

3.1.2 Caldy Conservation Area is located outside the Interim Housing Policy area;

therefore there are restrictions on new housing developments and increases in residential units.

3.1.3 There is a general presumption against inappropriate development unless

very special circumstances can be demonstrated. Applications for planning permission would be assessed for compliance with the policies set out in Section 7 of the UDP and Policies CH1, CH2 and CH11 set out in Section 11 of the Unitary Development Plan. In addition there is specific planning guidance for the village set out in the following three Supplementary Planning Guidance notes:

� SPG note 7: Design and Density Control Guidelines: Gleneagles Park,

Caldy � SPG note 8: Design and Density Control Guidelines: Caldy Village � SPG note 25: Caldy Conservation Area

DESIGNATION OF LAND WITHIN UDP Issue Location

The future re-designation of land within or around the conservation area in the Unitary Development Plan may be detrimental to its character or setting

Throughout

Policy

The future re-designation of land within or around the conservation area in the Unitary Development Plan should be considered in terms the effects on of its special character and setting.

Action Priority

Consider special character of area before any proposed changes of policy Mid-long-term



GREEN BELT POLICY Issue Location

In the application of Green Belt policy on land and affecting buildings within the conservation area or affecting its setting, the character and appearance of the conservation area should be preserved or enhanced.

Throughout

Policy recommendation

In the application of Policies GB 2, 3, 4, 5 the effects of any proposals on of the special character and appearance of the conservation area and its setting should be strong material considerations

Action Priority

Consider the special character of the Caldy Village Conservation Area in the application of policy

Immediate

APPLICATION AND INTERPRETATION OF EXISTING POLICY Issue Location

Policies CH1, CH2 and CH11, together with the guidance in PPG15, may not always be rigorously applied during the planning process, resulting in development or changes to buildings which are detrimental to the character of the conservation area.

Throughout


Ensure that all new development within the conservation area complies with polices CH1, CH2 and CH11 together with the relevant sections of PPG15.

Action Priority

Rigorous inspection of planning, conservation area and listed building consent applications. Improve allocated resources and knowledge of planning staff to ensure that proper consideration is given to these issues in applications.

Immediate

SPECIAL PLANNING NOTE Issue Location

The development through much of the area is theoretically restricted through the application of covenants which run with land. However there has been some flouting of the restrictions which these covenants impose resulting in a dilution of character. Since these covenants only operate through the process of transfer of title and are difficult to enforce the incorporation of their requirements within planning policy is desirable.

Throughout


Incorporate the essence of the covenant requirements into planning policy for the area where appropriate in the form of a design policy statement or a Special Planning Note.

Action Priority

Carry out detailed investigation into the provision of the covenants (through the Caldy Society) and formulate draft policy note. Carry out local consultation prior to adoption of Policy Note.

Immediate



3.2 NEW DEVELOPMENT AND ALTERATION TO EXISTING BUILDINGS AND

SITES 3.2.1 In the event of new development being allowed under the criteria set out

above, the following recommendations are made regarding the quality and character of new development, scale, materials, and effect on views:

QUALITY OF NEW BUILDINGS Issue Location

Any potential buildings constructed within the conservation area may not be of an equal quality and do not have the design attributes of the historic buildings that characterise the area, therefore cannot be shown to be preserving or enhancing its character.

Throughout

Policy recommendations

In any new development within Caldy Village Conservation Area, there should be a strong presumption in favour of using traditional materials such as natural red sandstone, red brick, render, timber framing Westmorland slate and plain clay tiles

Any new buildings should match the quality of materials and level of architectural design of the original buildings, although simplification of the detailing may be acceptable.

The use of contrasting modern materials of the highest quality may be appropriate if it can be satisfactorily demonstrated that they do not have an adverse effect on the setting of neighbouring existing buildings.

The use of imitation materials such as reconstituted stone or slate should not be permitted.

Action Priority

Promote an understanding of the special qualities of the conservation area. Use more stringent design criteria in determining future planning applications and require that all applications are accompanied by relevant design details including materials

Immediate

SCALE , MASSING, POSITION OR PROPORTIONS OF NEW BUILDINGS Issue Location

New buildings may detract from existing buildings in terms of their scale, massing, position or proportions. Density is deliberately low, as dictated by the original covenants.

Throughout


Despite land value pressures the density should not be allowed to increase. Existing rules should apply to the vacant plots yet to the developed and to any redevelopment proposals. The removal of modest scale houses on large plots and replacement with much larger houses, or by a number of properties should be prohibited.

New buildings generally should be no higher than existing buildings comparable within their immediate vicinity in terms of both their eaves and ridge heights.

New buildings should respect the footprint sizes of existing neighbouring buildings and their relationships with each other (spacing), the road and their site boundaries.



New buildings should match the floor-to-ceiling heights and general proportions of existing neighbouring historic buildings.

Action Priority

Promote an understanding of the special qualities of the conservation area. Use more stringent design criteria in determining future planning applications and require that all applications are accompanied by relevant design details.

Immediate

EFFECT OF DEVELOPMENT ON KEY VIEWS Issue Location

New development or extensions to existing buildings may adversely affect key views within or the setting of the conservation area

Throughout


Applications for planning permission for new development or significant extensions to existing buildings within the conservation area must demonstrate, where appropriate, that key views or the setting of the conservation area are not adversely affected. There should be a strong presumption against new buildings that are unduly prominent.

Action Priority


Immediate

3.2.2 SPG 16 “Landscaping and New Development” and SPG 17 “Trees and

Development” set out guidance on landscaping throughout the Wirral. The following are matters which have been identified as particular issues in the Caldy Village Conservation Area:

LANDSCAPING ASSOCIATED WITH NEW OR EXISTING BUILDINGS Issue Location

Poor or inappropriate landscaping around new buildings or extensions to existing buildings can detract from the character of the area

Throughout


A detailed landscaping scheme should be submitted with any planning application for new buildings or significant alteration to existing sites

The magnitude of necessary car parking should be considered alongside the level of occupation of any proposed building. Schemes for buildings that require an extent of car parking / number of cars that will detract from the character of the conservation area should be rejected. The use of large expanses of concrete block paving should not be permitted.

New buildings should preserve existing areas of mature trees and other landscaping. Where any trees are removed, they should be replaced with semi-mature trees of the same or more appropriate species.

Front boundaries should be enclosed with vertical timber board fencing in a style to match that used widely throughout the conservation area to a height of 1.35 m. and gates should follow the traditional pattern. The use of grandiose metal gates, brick piers, and external American style letterboxes should not be permitted individually and particularly not in combination.

Action Priority



Promote an understanding of the special qualities of the conservation area. Use more stringent design criteria in determining future planning applications and require that all applications are accompanied by full landscaping schemes.

Immediate

PROTECTION , RETENTION AND PROVISION OF HEDGES AND TREES Issue Location

To maintain and enhance the character of the area attention needs to be paid to the retention of hedges as well as trees and their provision where appropriate

Throughout


Hedges of native species should be retained in areas of agricultural land and on the boundaries of domestic properties.

Trees which contribute to the character of the conservation area should be retained and if needing to be removed for reasons of health and safety, replaced by trees of appropriate species and maturity.

Planting of further trees and hedges generally of native species should be promoted, particularly in areas devoid of such trees and hedges.

There are a number of species (e.g. Scots Pine and Maritime Pine) which have been used widely and these species should be preferred where the site is appropriate

Action Priority

Promote an understanding of the special qualities of hedges and trees within the conservation area. Use more stringent design criteria in determining future planning applications and require that all applications are accompanied by full landscaping schemes showing the retention of trees and hedges and any replacement planting. A schedule of appropriate species should be prepared

Immediate

3.2.3 Extensions to dwellings are covered by Policy HS 11 in the UDP. The

policy covers matters relating to scale, materials, design details, dormers, set backs of extensions and retention of amenity space. The following are additional matters which have been identified as particular issues in the Caldy Village Conservation Area:

EXTENSIONS TO BUILDINGS Issue Location

Extensions to buildings within the conservation area may detract from the significance of the individual building or the setting of adjoining buildings

Throughout

Policy Recommendations

Extensions to those buildings that have been shown to contribute to the conservation area should only be permitted where it can be satisfactorily demonstrated that the additional structure has no adverse impact on the principal elevations of the parent structure. Extensions should be subservient to the parent building

Sufficient space should remain between lateral extensions and boundaries to retain the detached characteristics of the properties. On the original estate the provisions of the covenants should be observed.

The choice of the materials of the extension should be considered so as to provide the minimum visual distraction from the original structure. Generally, it should be assumed that materials should match in terms of colour and texture. Traditional and/or natural materials such as sandstone, brick, timber and slate



should be used unless an alternative can be adequately justified in terms of its visual effect on the conservation area. Where buildings are extended using traditional forms and materials, the subtle dating of the new element should be encouraged.

Where a building has existing detrimental features, the opportunity should be taken to secure improvements as part of the new building work.

There should be a strong presumption against extensions that adversely affect the balance of pairs or groups of buildings which had symmetry as one of their original predominant design characteristics.

Dormers, if acceptable, should be confined to rear elevations, situated below the ridge and of a scale and design appropriate to the building on which they are mounted.

Action Priority

Promote an understanding of the special qualities of the conservation area. Use more stringent design criteria in determining future planning applications.

Immediate

3.2.4 In carrying out conversions or alterations to the fabric of buildings and

boundaries the following good conservation practice should be applied: ALTERATION TO HISTORIC FABRIC Issue Location

Alterations to the historic fabric of a building can lead to the loss of some of its visual history and aesthetic value and can be detrimental to the visual setting of the area as a whole.

All pre Second World War buildings


Where alterations can be justified to be necessary for the continued use of the building they should be prioritised towards the less significant areas of the building.

Alterations should be chosen that require the least possible degree of permanent loss of or change to historic fabric. For instance, secondary glazing should be installed in preference to the wholesale replacement of existing windows.

Where replacement of existing original or early fabric is proved necessary it should always be done on a like-for-like basis where possible, not exchanging materials for modern alternatives.

Action Priority

Promote an understanding of the special qualities of the conservation area. Use more stringent design criteria in determining future planning applications and require that all applications are accompanied by relevant design details. Prepare guidance leaflets for local residents. Take enforcement action where appropriate.

Immediate

ALTERATION OR LOSS OF FEATURES ON HISTORIC BUILDINGS Issue Location

Alterations to or loss of specific features on historic buildings can be detrimental to the character of the individual building and the area as a whole.

All pre-WWII buildings


Existing original or early features should be retained if at all possible. Where their replacement is necessary, it should be on a like-for-like basis in terms of materials and design. Any changes to primary features such as windows, doors, chimneys and boundary walls should be carefully considered by the local



authority.

Action Priority


Immediate

INSTALLATION OF NEW FIXTURES Issue Location

The installation of new fixtures, such as aerials, satellite dishes, rooflights and ventilators, generally detracts from the character of the individual building and the area as a whole. Particular care should be taken in the use and location of microgeneration equipment to minimise intrusion on the building or its setting

All buildings


The installation of rooflights into existing roof slopes should not generally be permitted unless it can be demonstrated that they are not visible from public areas or adversely affect the setting of other buildings. Any rooflights installed should be of a ‘conservation’ type and fixed flush with the roof covering.

Building owners should be strongly encouraged to only install satellite dishes and aerials in positions not visible from public areas or adversely affect the setting of other buildings.

Building owners should be strongly encouraged not to install ventilators and other fixtures onto roof slopes or prominent elevations. Where they are absolutely necessary their visual impact should be minimised in terms of their location, number, size and design.

Whilst microgeneration of energy is to be encouraged in terms of conservation principles, the impact on buildings and their settings within the conservation area should be minimised by careful positioning in parts and areas not visible from public locations

Action Priority


Short term

LOSS OR ALTERATION TO BOUNDARY WALLS AND FENCES Issue Location

The loss of or alteration to boundary fences and gateposts would adversely affect the character of the conservation area. The original estate included a particular design of timber fencing described in the appraisal. This should be retained where it still exists and copied in appropriate locations.

Throughout


All existing historic boundary walls and gateposts should be retained. Alteration as part of any planning permission should only be permitted in exceptional circumstances and when fully justified and mitigated.

Action Priority

Promote an understanding of the special qualities of the conservation area. Prepare guidance leaflets for local residents. Take enforcement action where appropriate.

Immediate



CHANGES OF USE Issue Location

Changes of use of an existing building (subject to planning policy) can result in a number of incremental changes which result in an adverse effect on the conservation area.

All buildings


In considering applications for change of use, the council will require information on the design of refuse storage, waste pipes, ventilation fixtures, satellite dishes and aerials, any other fixtures, signage and car parking.

Action Priority


Immediate

ARTICLE 4 DIRECTIONS Issue Location

Small scale alterations to buildings in the conservation area can lead to a gradual and progressive loss to its character. Article 4 directions can bring such alterations under control as matters requiring planning permission

All buildings


Consider the need for article 4 directions in respect of windows and doors; roof coverings and roof features; colour and surface treatment of elevations; and boundary fences and gates

Action Priority

Promote an understanding of the special qualities of the conservation area, discuss the need for and extent of Article 4 directions, and determine the priority for them in relation to other conservation areas and the resources available

Short to mid- term

3.3 GENERAL GUIDANCE AND IMPROVEMENTS 3.3.1 The following are recommendations relating to building condition,

management of the public realm, highway matters, and involvement of local groups in securing improvements to the Conservation Area. They have major implications in terms of staff resource and finance but are set out as an agenda for future action.

CONDITION OF INDIVIDUAL SITES AND BUILDINGS Issue Location

The condition of an individual site or building can be detrimental to the appearance of the area and may set a poor example to other owners.

Throughout


The local authority should serve Section 215 notices on owners of buildings or land whose condition adversely affects the amenity of the area, requiring them to remedy the detriments or face the necessary costs for the local authority to do so.

Under section 54 of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990, urgent works



notices should be used to secure emergency or immediate repairs on any unoccupied building (or part of a building) within a conservation area where it adversely affects the character of the area. Where the building is unlisted a direction from the Secretary of State will be required.

Prepare a guidance leaflet and issue to all residents within the conservation area explaining the benefits of good, regular maintenance and appropriate repair techniques.

Action Priority

Regularly visit the conservation area, noting any sites or buildings in a poor condition. Serve relevant notices where appropriate. Preparation of guidance leaflet.

Immediate to midterm

CONDITION / MAINTENANCE OF EXISTING PUBLIC REALM AREAS Issue Location

The existing public realm areas may be insufficiently maintained and act as a poor example to conservation area residents.


The existing public realm areas should be maintained and where necessary replanted / resurfaced to a standard that befits the conservation area and enhances the setting of the existing buildings.

The original electric street lighting standards should be retained and repaired, with suitable modification for current luminaries. New lighting standards should be of a suitable high quality design appropriate to the estate, rather than the standard design now used.

Action Priority

Prepare and agree a maintenance plan for the area, improving maintenance regimes and identifying necessary physical improvements.

Short-long term

DETRIMENTAL CHANGES TO L ISTED BUILDINGS Issue Location

There have in the past been a number of detrimental changes to listed buildings, such as insertion of replacement windows and changes to chimneys, boundary walls and roof coverings. These are not only detrimental to the appearance of the individual buildings and their immediate setting, but they are also setting a poor precedent to other building owners.

Listed buildings


Owners of listed buildings should be notified of unauthorised changes to their buildings. Where evidence is available, (e.g. in the form of dated photographs) enforcement should be taken to ensure the reinstatement of the original fabric unless retrospective consent can be given.

Action Priority

Carry out a survey of all buildings, photographing them and noting any changes. Notify building owners of unauthorised changes and take necessary enforcement action. Where changes are unenforceable and not attributed to the current owners, the potential for grant-funded reinstatement should be investigated.

Short to mid-term.



DETRIMENTAL CHANGES TO UNLISTED BUILDINGS Issue Location

There are a number of instances of detrimental changes to un-listed buildings, such as insertion of replacement windows and changes to chimneys, boundary walls and roof coverings. These are not only detrimental to the appearance of the individual buildings and their immediate setting, but they are also setting a poor precedent to other building owners.

Un-listed buildings which contribute to the conservation area


Through example and encouragement promote reinstatement / retention of historic features and ‘best practice’ maintenance and repair

Action Priority

A guidance leaflet should be issued explaining the benefits of reinstatement works.

Mid-term

CHANGES TO FABRIC OF UNLISTED BUILDINGS Issue Location

The character of unlisted building may be threatened by future changes to historic fabric.

Un-listed buildings which contribute to the conservation area


Through example, encouragement and extended control, promote good conservation practice for older buildings and sympathetic change to more recent buildings.

Action Priority

Put in place article 4 directions to protect unlisted features of interest. A guidance leaflet should be issued explaining the benefits of retaining historic fabric.

Short to mid-term

HIGHWAYS MARKINGS AND SIGNAGE Issue Location

Highway markings and signage can be visually intrusive and detrimental to its character and appearance. Future highways features, such as speed control measures may be visually obtrusive and of an inappropriate design / materials.

Roads and pavements


Reconsider all existing signage, highways features and markings and make necessary improvements to enhance the character of the area, whilst maintaining / enhancing the safety of all village users.

Ensure that all future highways features, such as speed control measures, railings etc are proven to be necessary and are of an appropriate design and constructed of appropriate materials.

Action Priority

Carry out an assessment of existing signage, highways features and markings in terms of their impact on the character of the area. Obtain advice on appropriate alternatives (e.g. narrower lines etc).

Mid-term



TRAFFIC Issue Location

The level and type of traffic through the village is at times detrimental to the village’s rural character.

Roads

Policy

Consider means of lessening the impact of traffic. (N.B. new highways features should preserve or enhance the character of the area).

Agree improved traffic routes with major distribution companies

Action Priority

Carry out an assessment of existing vehicular movements and recommend improvements

Mid-term

PUBLIC AWARENESS AND CONTRIBUTION Issue Location

Residents are often inadequately aware of the purpose of a conservation area, the benefits designation may have to them and how they may influence its future. The skills and expertise of local residents groups, individuals or major landowners may be under-utilised.

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Make conservation area information readily available to residents, using for instance existing notice boards to publicise boundaries and making appraisals / managements available in local libraries (or other well used public buildings) / on the internet.

Encourage dialogue between local residents groups and major landowners to promote enhancement and maintenance works within the conservation area.

Action Priority

Dialogue between local authority, residents groups and major landowners Immediate

4.0 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR BOUNDARY AMENDMENTS AND

PROVISION OF ARTICLE 4 DIRECTIONS 4.1 BOUNDARY AMENDMENT 4.1.1 In general, the existing Caldy Village Conservation Area boundary is a true

reflection of the character area to which it relates. 4.1.2 It is important however, that the boundary of a conservation area can be

readily comprehended by residents and landowners and therefore wherever possible it must relate to physical land features. Generally the boundary of the Conservation Area is clear and follows readily understood lines e.g. the edges of properties abutting agricultural land or woodland. The boundary of the area in the south west, abutting Gleneagles Park is somewhat contorted, but it follows the edge of the area which was developed in accordance with the precepts of the original estate, particularly with reference to density.



4.1.3 There are a number of recommendations for changes to the boundary. 4.1.4 Towards the east of the area, towards Telegraph Road there are higher

numbers of C graded properties and the character is not as strong as elsewhere but, keeping in mind the overview of the area – the broad verges, the mature trees and the higher quality houses the area should not be de-designated. However any deterioration of character in the future may cast doubts on the merit of inclusion of this zone.

4.1.5 It is recommended that an extension to the Conservation Area be declared to

include the land between the Wirral Way and the shoreline, with the unadopted street and houses alongside it, and also the length of the Wirral Way itself.

4.1.6 Rationalisation of the boundary along Telegraph Road is required. Currently

the CA includes the property on the corner of Caldy Road and the first house to the south on the west side of Telegraph Road. This house is recent and it appears that it may be a case where an earlier property has been demolished and replaced with something larger. The new property is not contributory to the character of the CA in itself and it seems illogical to extend the boundary to include this house which has no more merit than many of the adjoining properties, and those on the opposite side of the road.

4.1.7 However there is a 1930s flat roofed house further south which might be

considered for inclusion in the area. In opposition to the argument for reduction of the CA is the proposal for extension to the south along Telegraph Road. In addition to inclusion of the 1930s house this would also cover the tree belt on the west side of Telegraph Road which is of ecological and landscape value.

4.2 ARTICLE 4 DIRECTIONS 4.2.1 The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order

1995 allows building owners to carry out a range of minor developments without planning consent subject to limits and conditions. These ‘permitted development’ rights are automatically limited within conservation areas: restrictions include the addition of dormer windows, various types of cladding, the erection of satellite dishes fronting a highway and the reduction in the size of extensions.

4.2.2 Article 4 of the General Permitted Development Order enables local

authorities to withdraw some specified permitted development rights on buildings or land, such as removal of a chimney, changes around the front boundary of a building, construction of porches, painting of houses or removal of architectural features such as windows and doors. Local authorities must notify local people and take account of their opinions before confirming an Article 4 direction and in certain instances obtain approval from the Secretary of State.



4.2.3 Article 4 directions are not just automatic consequence of conservation area

designation, but should be bourn out of a careful assessment of what is of special interest within an area and should be preserved. Permitted development rights should only be withdrawn where there is evidence to prove that such development would damage the character of a conservation area and is currently taking place.

4.2.4 In the case of Caldy, the following items have been identified within the

Conservation Area Appraisal part of this document as being important to the character of the area and therefore it is suggested that Article 4 directions are assigned to all category A and B buildings protect them from loss or change without consent:

� Windows � Doors � Roof coverings � Front boundaries including entrance gates � Solar Panels � Microgeneration

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